1973 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1999 Volvo C70
To start off, 1999 Volvo C70 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volvo C70 (161 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volvo C70 weights approximately 930 kg more than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Volvo C70 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1999 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mitsubishi Minica | 1999 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
Model | Minica | C70 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 358 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2670 mm |